All About Cavities and Kids
Parents ask us questions about cavities all the time. How do I know if my child has a cavity? How do you see them? How do you fix cavities in children? How do I explain cavities to my child? And the list goes on. Cavities are one of the most common dental problems...
What do I do if my child chips or knocks out a tooth?
If your child chips or accidentally knocks out a tooth, acting quickly is very important. Dr. Kimberly has an emergency hotline to call (843.284.6497) even outside of operating hours to make sure that everything can be done to save the tooth, prevent infection, and...
What to do if your child is grinding their teeth
Teeth grinding, or Bruxism, is something we see quite often at Palmetto Kids Dentistry. It is a common issue with children and one that causes a lot of concern with parents. The majority of kids grow out of their teeth grinding habit so there’s no need to worry, but...
Quality Orthodontic Care and Braces in Charleston, SC
We see so many kids every month and one of the most common questions that we get from parents is where do we get quality orthodontic care. Braces are primarily used to correct bite issues such as overbites, underbites, or open bites. They also align your child’s smile...
2 Ways The Tooth Fairy Can Make a Lasting Impression
We may not know exactly where the Tooth Fairy comes from, but we do know she’s been rewarding kids that lose their baby teeth for decades. Whether it’s a small gift or a couple dollars under their pillow, kids look forward to seeing what she leaves behind on her...
PKD Coloring Sheet Download!
It's National Coloring Day! Coloring's not just for kids anymore. Did you know that taking a break to get creative while coloring is a proven stress reducer? To celebrate this day (and stress relief during these trying times!), we thought we'd create our own...
Celebrate Dental Health Month!
February is National Children's Dental Health Month! We have some fun things planned this month, even if you're not yet due for a visit to the office! Join us for a fun event to help beat hunger right here in our own community or enter our Toothbrush Boogie Dance...
3 Healthy Habits for Better Oral Health in the New Year
Happy New Year! January is the perfect time to reflect for a few minutes on all we’ve accomplished in the past year and what we can do in the months ahead to make this year even better. Now, we know your new year’s resolutions probably haven’t always included taking...
6 Ways to Ease Your Child’s Anxiety About Going to the Dentist
Did you know that almost 22% of people surveyed about why they avoid the dentist said it was because it scared them? That is a lot of people missing out on important check-ups for their health! Still, we understand this anxiety because we see it regularly. One of the...
All Your Braces Questions, Answered!
Who needs braces? If your dentist sees that teeth are crooked, seem a little crowded, or are overlapping when you bite, they might suggest orthodontic treatment. When’s the best age to get braces? Most kids get braces around 10-13 years old, once permanent teeth have...
